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5.0 out of 5 — 41 Google reviews

Ivy Tutoring Reviews

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USMLE Step 1 & Step 2

Step exams
★★★★★
"Working with Ivy Tutoring was hands down one of the best decisions I've ever made for my Step exam preparation. From the very beginning, both Blake and Frankie went above and beyond, not just as tutors, but as mentors who genuinely cared."
Jordan Ginder
Google review
Step 1 pass
★★★★★
"I just received my step 1 results and passed. I couldn't have done it without Blake's support and encouragement. I had been studying for step 1 for a long time and had been horribly burnt out."
Renata Dias
Google review
Step 1 pass
★★★★★
"Got the result in December and its a PASS. Thanks to Ivytutoring. Their NBME reviews crash course in last 2 weeks really helped make a big difference. My NBME scores jumped up to 84%."
Saidal Kakar
Google review
Step 1 & 2
★★★★★
"IvyTutoring is a phenomenal service. They prepare you for step 1 and 2 so you can have peace of mind. I can't stress enough how monumental this was for me to pass step!"
Frankie Matos
Google review
Step 1 & 2
★★★★★
"Amazing tutors! This organization helped me to pass step 1 and I'm using them again for Step 2. A MUST have!"
Sean Bryson
Google review
IMG
★★★★★
"As an IMG, I highly recommend Ivy Med for the boards preparation."
Marta Bermejo-Deutsch
Google review
Step 1
★★★★★
"His YouTube content was one of the most valuable resources I used while preparing for Step 1. The explanations were concise, high-yield, and easy to follow, making complex topics much more manageable."
Stephany Diaz
Google review
Step exams
★★★★★
"I highly recommend Dr. Blake and the Ivy Med Tutoring team. Their crash course and YouTube content explained complex Step concepts clearly and effectively. The sessions were structured, high-yield, and boosted my confidence."
Alberta Mamphey
Google review
Boards
★★★★★
"Blake and his team are incredible, they are professional, hardworking and understanding. They are dedicated and care about their students. I am so thankful for my experience."
Karen G
Google review
Boards
★★★★★
"Best money I ever spent!!"
Carrie Covert
Google review

ACT & SAT

25 → 33 ACT
★★★★★
"Absolutely amazing tutors at this program. Mia, Sophia, and Blake were all huge helps on my ACT. Got me all the way from my first mock score of a 25 to a 33 on my last February ACT."
Henry
Google review
19 → 34 ACT
★★★★★
"Finding and investing in Ivy Tutoring was no doubt the best decision. Our son's ACT score jumped an astonishing 15 points in 6 months (from a 19 to a 34)."
Lisa Harris
Google review, parent
28 → 35 ACT
★★★★★
"They helped me get my score from a 28 to a 35! Totally recommend this company."
Braxton Young
Google review
34 ACT
★★★★★
"Blake and his team were amazing! They helped me understand grammar rules and figure out math formulas. Their method of explaining and teaching grammar rules played a big role in helping me score a 34 on the ACT."
Kyler Harris
Google review
24 → 33 ACT
★★★★★
"My son went from a 24 to a 33 on the ACT."
Jim Daines
Google review, parent
+4 ACT
★★★★★
"Blake and staff are the best! We began coaching in the fall and my daughter saw a 4pt increase on her ACT in the spring test! This has increased scholarship opportunities for us 10x our investment. Well worth it!"
Rachel Bennington
Google review, parent
+5 ACT
★★★★★
"IvyTutoring is AMAZING. I work with Sofia and absolutely love it. She has helped me improve my ACT score 5 points with our consistent work each week."
Lilly Bennington
Google review
ACT
★★★★★
"I started with a 28 and tried studying on my own, but I wasn't able to increase my score. I worried that this was my maximum ability and that scoring in the mid-thirties was impossible for me. I stumbled upon Ivy Tutoring through a YouTube video."
Suni Y
Google review
1560 SAT
★★★★★
"Ivy Tutoring is incredible. Blake and his team helped me get a 1560 on the SAT. They really care and are very knowledgeable on the standardized testing system."
Rafwan Sarker
Google review
ACT + admissions
★★★★★
"We've used Ivy for two of our children. Our oldest has finished taking the ACT and her score went up each time she took the exam. Even more valuable was the help she was provided in preparing her college applications."
Nathan Bogart
Google review, parent
ACT
★★★★★
"Finding Ivy Tutoring was one of the best decisions we made for our son and his journey to improve his ACT score."
Doug Harris
Google review, parent
ACT strategy
★★★★★
"Ivy Tutoring is a fantastic resource for anyone who wants a boost on their ACT scores. The program gives students specific strategies to take the ACT so that students learn how to use their time wisely."
Nicole Smith
Google review

The Experience

★★★★★
"Blake is incredibly smart, thoughtful, and dedicated to helping students succeed. He's built a team that reflects those same values. Everyone at Ivy Tutoring has been a pleasure to deal with."
Sam Welsh
Google review
★★★★★
"I highly recommend Ivy Tutoring! They have the most excellent tutors: professional, reliable, and pleasant. My daughter has achieved wonderful results once she worked with their tutors in different subjects."
Jean Zhu
Google review, parent
★★★★★
"Exceptional tutoring! The tutors are great to work with and super friendly. The customer service is amazing too!"
Joe Talis
Google review
★★★★★
"Incredibly well trained professionals"
Carolina Gomes
Google review
★★★★★
"Amazing, tech-forward service. Highly recommend to anyone considering a tutor!"
Boyd Christiansen
Google review, Local Guide
★★★★★
"Knowledgeable and helpful tutors who help everyone they work with strive for greatness! 10/10 recommend!"
Heather Applegate
Google review
★★★★★
"I sought the help of IvyTutoring a few years ago during my college application season, and I can't be anything but complimentary of them!"
Akshat Ghuge
Google review
★★★★★
"Discovering Ivy Tutoring was a turning point in our educational journey - thanks to Blake Young's excellent and complimentary educational content on YouTube. Blake's academic pedigree, as a Harvard University graduate, is reflected in the quality of his tutoring team."
Joanna Wong
Google review, parent
★★★★★
"An amazing learning platform! Ivy Tutoring has helped me study a lot more effectively and I feel more prepared for my exams!"
Safwan Sarker
Google review

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